Political Science Major, B.A.

I. Foundation Courses: 12 Credits

• POLS 200 - Introduction to Political Science (4)
• POLS 205 - Introduction to American Politics (4)
• POLS 301 - Methods and Practice of Political Science (4)

II. Upper-Level Courses in Special Field: 12 Credits

(select three)

Select Special Field from the following subfields:

World Politics, American Politics, or Political Theory. Upper-level courses may be designated in one or more Special Fields; this information is included at the end of each course description.

III.Upper-Level Courses outside Special Field: 8 Credits

Select one course each in two subfields other than the student’s Special Field. These courses must be taught by political science faculty.

IV.Upper-Level Elective: 4 Credits

Select one upper-level course in any subfield.

V. Capstone: 4 Credits

• POLS 465 - Senior Seminar in Political Science (4)